MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
58,178 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6.2)
Horn control defective (1.7.2a)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
n/s & o/s mirrors slightly insecure.
smoke emitted at time of test, advise attension.
How Reliable is the Kawasaki Er 500-A1?
Based on 684 MOT tests across 121 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R195 CGJ is a 1997 Kawasaki Er 500-A1 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1997 Kawasaki Er 500-A1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 25,516 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Kawasaki Er 500-A1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R195 CGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Kawasaki Er 500-A1 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki Er 500-A1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R195 CGJ registered?
R195 CGJ is a 1997 Kawasaki Er 500-A1, first registered on 1 August 1997.
Is R195 CGJ safe to buy?
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